Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, and Social Workers Respond to Foster Care Memoir

As I toddle through the book publishing venture, I’ve let a few chapter leaks out to the medical/mental health and social services industry. Their response has been extremely supportive. One of my goals was to portray life with a special needs child in an accurate and compassionaate way. There is nothing “sensationalized” in my story. It’s the real deal and these folks can verify it!

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“Her openness to her own struggle is courageously honest. I commend her for the clarity, continuity, and flow in her writing.”

P. Leslie Harold, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology, Cal-State. Co-Creator of the award-winning Co-Parenting training program at Solutions for Families.

It’s a very moving book. It makes me want to read more and find out what eventually happened to the little boy.

Cheri Basset, O.T.
Piller Child Development

Janelle’s story is incredible!! She has done amazing work with her child. This will be a bestseller.

Kate Clarno, B.A.,
Direct Support Services Program Management, Child and Family Support Services

Janelle shares her journey of navigating the (foster care) system and fighting to create a family with a stranger. My favorite part is when she explains how childrens‘ profiles are interpreted. This book is going to be helpful for foster and adoptive parents, those working in behavioral health, and almost anyone with an interest in family development. Janelle tells readers to 1. Do their research, 2. Have a strong support system, and 3. Don’t feel ashamed if things go south.

Morgan Comeau, B.S.
Community Based Lead, Child and Family Support Services

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If anyone would like a sneak peak of their own, I’ve posted the first chapter on WattPad. I can’t wait for you to see it! Be sure to leave me your own “professional” opinions as well.

-Janelle

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